Why it matters
It improves consistency and reduces prompt drift.
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Reference Image
A still image used to guide generated composition, subject, or style.
When to use
- Characters
- Products
- Locations
- Look matching
Human shoot hint
Choose a clean, rights-safe image with the subject clearly visible.
AI prompt template
use the reference image for [subject], preserve composition, lighting, and style, animate one action, [duration]
Preview prompts
previewVideoUrl: null
reference image animation of [subject], preserved style, one motion, 3 seconds
Common mistakes
- Reference image is cluttered
- No rights to use the image